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Join Jonathan Gilligan, Fulbright Canada Research Chair in Digital Technologies and Sustainability, as they explore how to use simulation modeling and statistical analysis to better understand interactions between human behaviour and the environment. This event is co-hosted by the Waterloo Climate Institute, TRANSFORM, and the department of Geography and Environmental Management in the Faculty of Environment.

Join Sarah Burch as she connects with expert delegates, Angela Carter and Chuks Okereke attending COP28 in Dubai. The virtual check-ins will highlight direct reflections on the proceedings of COP28 and the progress toward the Paris Agreement targets. Tune in to real-time virtual interviews covering the big questions on climate action.

Thursday, January 18, 2024 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

85 Green: Supporting Climate Action Through Sustainable Tourism

Join the Waterloo Climate Institute and Kitchener Public Library for this co-hosted event at the Central Library in Kitchener. Using national and regional examples from her research, Dr. Michelle Rutty will highlight the key climate change risks facing the tourism sector, followed by an interactive discussion on how a shift to sustainable tourism can support our local climate goals.

Wednesday, January 24, 2024 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Climate Action for Health & Health Action for Climate

Join the Waterloo Climate Institute for a panel discussion and interactive break-out session with different practitioners in the health system. Discussion will centre around how health practitioners can bring climate change into their health practices. Speakers include: Sharon Kirkpatrick, Warren Dodd, Myeengun Henry, Huda Nasir, Josalyn Radcliffe, and Aline De Souza. - On Campus - Wednesday, January 24th at 3:00PM to 4:30PM - 

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 11:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Climate Change Planning, Projects, and Pathways at the City of Waterloo.

Join the City of Waterloo’s Strategic Initiatives division as they outline the City’s integrated approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and adapting to climate change. This talk will cover a high-level overview of the City’s strategic plans and positioning in this space, as well as a deeper dive into their recently approved Corporate Climate Action Plan. The end of the presentation will focus on the challenges and opportunities with these actions and discussion on potential areas of research collaboration.